Powering Peak Season Success with Integrated WMS + Multi-Carrier Shipping Software
Supply chain peak season is stressful across the industry. By combining Open Sky Group’s expertise with ProShip’s multi-carrier shipping software, the season will be a stress-free success.
Ask the Expert – Sherrann Hay
Senior Supply Chain Consultant, Sherrann Hay offers her expertise and insight into the supply chain industry. Read more to learn about Sherrann’s past experiences, challenges, and opportunities for the future with Open Sky Group.
Supply Chain Management: What Makes a Great Consultant? Our 5 Essential Traits
In today’s complex and rapidly evolving business environment, supply chain execution is no longer just a back-office function; it’s a strategic driver of customer satisfaction, cost control, and competitive advantage. With supply chains spanning continents, technologies advancing at unprecedented speeds, and customer expectations rising, companies often turn to supply chain consultants to bridge the gap […]
Top 6 Workforce Management Challenges (and How to Overcome Them)
Workforce Management comes with its challenges. Open Sky Group has the expertise to help you overcome these challenges and turn them into strengths.
Warehouse Horror Stories: When Process and Technology Go Bump in the Night
Unaligned processes in the warehouse are what nightmares are made of. Open Sky Group works to make sure your warehouse isn’t the next horror story.
Ask the Expert – Andre Van Rooi
Ask the Expert: Andre Van Rooi, Senior Supply Chain Consultant at Open Sky Group, shares his exciting career journey in the supply chain industry.
Open Sky Group Celebrates Successful Go-Live of Cloud-Based Warehouse and Labor Management Systems
Open Sky Group is proud to announce the successful Go-Live of new cloud-based WMS and WLM for a major North American distributor.
Ask the Expert – Dmitry Zaltsberg
Dmitry Zaltsberg, Director, Client Services at Open Sky Group, shares insights from a decade in supply chain. He leads consulting teams in deploying large-scale labor management and warehouse optimization initiatives. Dmitry specializes in implementing Blue Yonder WLM, WMS, and integrated supply chain technologies to deliver measurable, data-driven outcomes.
The Future of Labor Management Systems: Trends to Watch
In the fast-paced world of supply chain execution, the right Labor Management System (LMS) can be the difference between a well-oiled operation and one that struggles to keep up. As workforce challenges evolve driven by shifting customer expectations, rising labor costs, and emerging technologies. LMS platforms are advancing to meet new demands. At Open Sky Group, […]
The Strategic Role of TMS in Modern Supply Chains
How Transportation Management Systems Elevate Visibility, Reduce Costs, and Support Growth In today’s hyperconnected, expectation-driven world, supply chains are no longer back-office functions; they are competitive differentiators. Transportation, in particular, plays a strategic role in how companies serve customers, manage costs, and respond to disruptions. To remain agile and efficient, modern enterprises are increasingly relying […]
Avoiding Supply Chain Disruptions with Kaleidoscope by Open Sky Group
Disruptions in the supply chain are inevitable. Kaleidoscope by Open Sky Group is your trusted tool to face disruption head-on.
Future-Proofing Your Workforce: How a Modern Management System Supports Agility and Resilience
In today’s dynamic supply chain environment, one truth is constant: change. Whether it’s responding to volatile demand, managing labor shortages, or integrating new automation, supply chain leaders need workforces that are agile, adaptable, and empowered. The ability to forecast, schedule, and optimize labor is no longer a tactical concern; it’s a strategic imperative. Workforce Management […]
Ask the Expert – Tim Taylor
Ask the Expert: Tim Taylor – Sr. Director of Client Services at Open Sky Group – shares his 25+ years of supply chain expertise, leading the development of SAP EWM, LM, and TM practices.
The Evolution of WMS: From Basic Tracking to Intelligent Automation
WMS has evolved from basic inventory tracking to advanced, integrated systems that optimize global supply chains. Open Sky Group enables smarter, faster implementations using platforms like Blue Yonder, Generix Group, and Infios to meet modern logistics demands.
Ask the Expert – Alan Prillaman
Alan Prillaman, SVP of Client Services at Open Sky Group, brings 35 years of supply chain expertise with a focus on strategic alignment, operational optimization, and tech-enabled innovation. He sees supply chain as a powerful driver of business success—impacting customer experience, profitability, and agility. Alan champions resilient, data-driven solutions and believes in building transparent, improvement-focused partnerships to navigate today’s complex challenges.
Case Study: Driving Billing Accuracy and Scalability with Open Sky Group’s Kaleidoscope Platform
Arcadia Cold is actively scaling its footprint, and ECB continues to evolve alongside them. With input from Arcadia and other users, Open Sky Group rolls out ongoing enhancements and updates—ensuring the platform adapts to customer needs while maintaining high performance.
Ask the Expert – Chad Schneider
Chad Schneider, VP of Managed Services at Open Sky Group, shares insights from 30 years in supply chain—from hands-on beginnings to building OSG’s Managed Services. Discover his philosophy, challenges, and advice.
A Successful Warehouse Labor Management (WLM) Implementation: Fully Engineered Efficiency
Discover how a strategic Warehouse Labor Management (WLM) implementation using the Crawl, Walk, Run approach boosts visibility, cuts costs, and drives peak warehouse efficiency.
Optimizing Managed Transportation: How Echo Global Logistics Enhanced Efficiency with Open Sky Group
Echo Global Logistics partnered with Open Sky Group to optimize managed transportation, achieving seamless system integration, improved shipment efficiency, and long-term scalability through expert implementation and strategic support.
Ask the Expert – Jeremy Hudson
Get an inside look at the career and experiences of Jeremy Hudson, VP of Client Services at Open Sky Group. With more than 15 years in the supply chain industry, Jeremy shares insights into his daily responsibilities, the challenges he faces, and the strategies that drive his success.
Don’t Let Your Warehouse Labor Management Solution Collect Dust: How to Revive and Sustain Labor Excellence
Too often, Warehouse Labor Management (WLM) systems are underused or forgotten. Learn why WLM gets left behind and how to revive it into a powerful tool for warehouse efficiency and continuous improvement.
Ask the Expert – Mike Rock
Explore the journey and expertise of Mike Rock, Director of Client Services at Open Sky Group. With a wealth of experience in the supply chain industry, Mike shares insights into his day-to-day responsibilities, overcoming challenges, and strategies for driving client success.
Strengthening Supply Chains to Thrive Through Disruption
Frequent and severe hurricanes disrupt global supply chains, affecting transportation, manufacturing, and warehousing. Open Sky Group’s WMS, TMS, and advisory services help companies build resilience, minimize delays, and ensure continuity during extreme weather events.
Optimizing Labor Management for Peak Season Success: How an LMS Can Help Your Warehouse Thrive
Open Sky Group highlights the critical role of Labor Management Systems (LMS) during peak season, addressing workforce demand, labor efficiency, cost control, employee engagement, and performance visibility to enhance warehouse operations.
Ask the Expert – Jason Milbrandt
Jason Milbrandt, Senior Director at Open Sky Group, focuses on client engagement, team support, and operational efficiency. With 20 years in supply chain, he emphasizes the importance of clear communication and employee retention.